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Oxfordshire is a great place to grow up, be successful, and get the help you need help to get the best start in life.

Basic skills are the key skills you need in study and life, and include Maths, English and ICT

Figuring out what you want to do for work can be confusing, here are resources to help you explore your options

A form of child abuse where an adult targets a child (up to age 18), to sexually abuse them

Using digital devices and mobile phones to hurt, annoy or harass people is bullying. Learn how to use digital devices safely and supportively.

Domestic abuse is when someone is being hurt or victimised by their partner. It is a crime.

Female Genital Mutilation (FGM) is when a girl’s genitals (private parts) are cut. This is illegal in the UK.

There are all sorts of jobs out there and different ways of applying for them

Support is available to help young people access education, training or other opportunities in Oxfordshire

Honour based abuse is illegal in the UK and a serious crime

You will usually need to do an interview before you get offered a job - find out how to do your best and impress

Think safety, whether you are at work, doing work experience, or seeking work

Local training providers offer alternative options for 16+ learning, including community-based programmes, engagement, and specialist support

Modern slavery is when someone is forced to work for no money. It is illegal and a form of abuse.

Young people are at risk from being targeted by extremist and terrorist groups for radicalisation

Find out more about the risks of sending nudes, and hear what young people in Oxfordshire had to say about sexting

Rape and Sexual assault is when someone touches you in a way that is inappropriate and against your wishes (does not give consent), this is against the law.

Terrorist acts are rare, and everyone can act to make their communities a safer place for all

When you are in employment it is important to keep on learning